Homelessness is not a simple problem, and it doesn't require a simple fix. Homeless services must be varied - with solutions for individuals and families regardless of their history. Homeless services must be individualized - with case management and goal setting that heavily relies on the client to make progress, with the support of their case manager.
At the time of the last Point-In-Time (PIT) count, there were 504 homeless individuals in El Dorado County. Roughly 65% of them resided on the West Slope. While our new Navigation Center now houses roughly 60 people on any given night, that is simply not enough.
On the other end of the homelessness spectrum is housing. So, as a long-range tool to combat homelessness in our community, Housing El Dorado works to connect resources and advocate for the construction and conversion of affordable housing on the West Slope. In this same vein, and along with the El Dorado Community Foundation, we have founded the Land Bank of El Dorado County and the El Dorado County Community Land Trust. The purpose of the Land Bank & Trust is to hold developable land specifically earmarked for affordable housing.
In short, Housing El Dorado wants to solve homelessness: not just by helping clients get housing, but by solving the bigger picture problem.
Create and promote affordable housing solutions and support services that nurture individuals and families while encouraging self-sufficiency on the Western Slope of El Dorado County
Please consider giving to Housing El Dorado. In addition to financial support, we can use the following items for our Street Outreach & Shower Program, as well as our Safe Parking Program:
*Shower & Hygiene Supplies: full-size shampoo & conditioner, razors, shave cream, bar soap, cotton swabs, sunblock, bug spray, combs/brushes
*Men's boxer briefs: sizes M, L, XL
*Women's underwear: sizes 5, 6, 7, 8
And if you have some time to give, please consider joining a committee or our Board of Directors. Call 530-497-0242 or email housingeldorado@gmail.com for more information.
Organization name
Housing El Dorado
other names
HED
2020
Tax id (EIN)
46-0554966
Mission Category
Housing, Shelter
Operating Budget
$250,001-$500,000
Organization Need
Funding: Program, Board Members, Funding: Unrestricted, In-Kind Donations
Demographics Served
Homeless/Underhoused/Unhoused, Low-income individuals/families
BIPOC Leadership
Executive Director/CEO
Local Counties Served
El Dorado
Address
1390 BROADWAY STE B PMB 216El Dorado County, CA, US